Agenda - Council - 20041026TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL
AGENDA
NO, 04-33
TUESBAY, OCTOBER 26, 2004
7:00 PAN
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
AURORA TOWN NALL
PUBLIC RELEASE
22/10/04
TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA
NO. 04-33
Tuesday, October 26, 2004
7:00 P.M. OPEN FORUM — COUNCIL MEETING TO FOLLOW
I DECLARATIONS OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
H APPROVAL OF AGENDA
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the content of the Agenda as circulated by the Corporate Services
Department be approved as presented.
III ADOPTION OF MINUTES
Council Minutes of October 12, 2004, Meeting Number 04-32
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the Council Minutes from Meeting Number 04-32 be adopted as
printed and circulated.
IV PRESENTATIONS
Presentation by Mr. Steve Hinder, Chair, Aurora Mayor's 7th Annual Charity
Golf Classic to the Charity Recipients
➢ Aurora Museum, Andrew Kipfer
➢ Aurora Seniors' Centre, Kim Hinder
➢ CHATS, Richard Kinch
➢ Theatre Aurora, Anne Currie -O'Brien
➢ Girls Inc., Lyn Alcock
➢ Safehaven, Susan Gudolfski
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Tuesday, October 26, 2004
V DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
VI ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
VII DELEGATIONS
(a) Mr. Will Ross, Resident of 120 Gurnett Street (pg. D1)
Re: Proposed Parking Prohibitions on Gurnett Street
Vlll CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
IX REGIONAL REPORT
X OTHER BUSINESS, COUNCILLORS
XI READING OF BY-LAWS
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the following listed by-laws be given 1st, 2nd and 3rd readings, and
enacted:
4603-04.0 BEING A BY-LAW to (pg. 99)
amend By-law 4500-04.0
to appoint a new member
to the Committee of
Adjustment (Appointing of
D. Peirce)
4604.04.0 BEING A BY-LAW to (pg. 100)
confirm actions by Council
resulting from the meeting of
October 26, 2004
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Tuesday, October 26, 2004
XIl IN CAMERA
Legal & Personnel Matters
RECOMMENDED:
THAT Council proceed In Camera to address legal and personnel matters.
X111 ADJOURNMENT
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AGENDA ITEMS
1. General Committee Meeting Report No. 04-20 (pg. 1)
Tuesday, October 19, 2004
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the Report of the General Committee Meeting No. 04-20 be
received and the recommendations carried by the Committee be adopted.
2. Notice of Motion from Councillor Buck (pg. 5)
Re: Rescinding the Resolution to Change the Street Name of the
Town Hall
WHEREAS on January 24, 1990, during a Public Planning meeting at Victoria
Hall, Aurora Council unanimously voted to create an address for the soon to be
Town Hall ... 100 John West Way; and
WHEREAS four elections have taken place since that date; and
WHEREAS whether or not the address of the Town Hall is appropriate has never
been cited as an issue by any candidate or resident during any of those
campaigns; and
WHEREAS universal acceptance of the address must be assumed from these
facts; and
WHEREAS the motion to change the Town Hall address was presented to
Council without Notice of Motion or request for leave to present without notice;
and
WHEREAS no copy of the motion was circulated to Council nor was it brought to
public attention prior to presentation; and
WHEREAS no reasons were given for the motion by the mover or seconder of
the motion, nor by the supporters of the motion; and
WHEREAS, as a result of these facts, no opportunity was provided for public
input prior to a decision being made;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT the resolution to change
the address of the Aurora Town Hall be rescinded.
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3. TSAB04-021 — October 13, 2004 Traffic Safety Advisory Board (pg. 6)
Meeting
RECOMMENDED:
1. THAT the Committee Record of the Traffic Safety Advisory Board Meeting
held on October 13, 2004 be received as information; and
2. October 5, 2004 email from Cynthia Foster regarding speeding concerns on
Kennedy Street West
THAT staff be requested to review the Kennedy Street West and Deerhorn
Crescent intersections for multi -way stop signs; and
THAT a letter be sent to Mr. Dana Fawcett with the TSAB
recommendations.
3. Report No. TSAB04-019 — Approval of the Design of Traffic Calming Measures
for Golf Links Drive
THAT Council approve the proposed traffic calming design for Golf Links
Drive, including the optional sixth speed hump, as outlined in Report
TSAB04-019; and
THAT funding in the amount of $16,000 be approved for the installation of
five speed humps and associated signage on Golf Links Drive.
4. Report No. TSAB04-017 — Traffic Calming Requests on Spruce Street
Between Mark Street and Centre Street and on Centre Street
THAT Council authorize staff to issue the Request for Proposal as outlined
in Report TSAB04-017;
THAT Council approve funding in the amount of $30,000 for this work; and
THAT the Director of Finance be requested to inform Council of the source
for these funds.
5. Report No. TSAB04-018 — Parking Concerns on Gurnett Street
THAT parking be prohibited from 8:OOa.m, to 5:OOp.m., Monday to Friday on
the west side of Gurnett Street from Kennedy Street East to Cousins Drive;
THAT parking be prohibited from 8:OOa.m. to 5:OOp.m., Monday to Friday on
the east side of Gurnett Street from Kennedy Street East to Connaught
Avenue;
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THAT the Clerk's Department be requested to introduce the necessary by-
laws to implement the above recommendations; and
THAT a letter be sent to all affected residents with the TSAB's
recommendations.
6. October 6, 2004 memorandum from the Traffic/Transportation Analyst
regarding Yield Sign Replacement Program at Various Intersections in the
Town of Aurora
THAT the request to replace the 7 intersections controlled by yield signs
with stop signs as identified in Report No. TSAB04-014 be denied.
7. October 8, 2004 memorandum from the Traffic/Transportation Analyst
regarding the Request for Multi -Way Stop Signs at the Dunning Avenue
and Cameron Avenue Intersection
THAT staff be requested to submit a report to the November 10, 2004 TSAB
meeting to deal with the parking concerns on Dunning Avenue; and
THAT the request for multi -way stop signs be deferred to the December 8,
2004 TSAB meeting.
8. September 27, 2004 email from Mr. Ian Bryan regarding safety concerns at
the Crawford Rose Drive and Autumn Wav intersection
THAT staff be requested to review the Crawford Rose Drive and Autumn
Way intersection to determine if additional safety measures are required; and
THAT a letter be sent to Mr. Ian Bryan with the TSAB recommendation.
4. LSAC04-05 — October 14, 2004 Leisure Services Advisory (pg. 15)
Committee Meeting
RECOMMENDED:
1. THAT the Committee Record of the Leisure Services Advisory Committee
Meeting, held on October 14, 2004, be received for information; and
2. The Welch Family
Re: Request for Memorial Tree in Elizabeth Hader Park
THAT the matter be referred to staff to draft a policy for planting memorial
trees within the Town; and
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THAT a letter be provided to the Welch family, indicating that the Leisure
Services Advisory Committee is currently addressing their request and that
the family will be promptly advised of any developments.
3. List of Programs — Pricing Policy
THAT Item 13 — Community Centre Auditorium and Item 14 — Victoria Hall,
be removed from the list of programs requiring a detailed costing analysis
and be considered at a future date under rental fees.
THAT the list of programs requiring a detailed costing analysis be approved,
with the deletion of Items 13 and 14.
4. Report LS04-047 — Draft Costing Model - Pricing Policy
THAT report LS04-047 — Draft Costing Model — be received and the
recommendations of the report be approved.
5. Other Business By Members
THAT Council review the option of constructing a foundation now at the new
Recreation Complex, and burying it for a gymnasium in the future.
5. AHC04-05 —October 18, 2004 Aurora Heritage Committee Meeting (pg. 23)
RECOMMENDED:
1. THAT the Committee Record of the Aurora Heritage Committee Meeting
held on October 18, 2004 be received for information; and
2. THAT the proposed addition to 51 Metcalfe St. as shown in the plans
presented by Mr. P. Sturino be approved; and
3. THAT the new Heritage Web Site be approved and that staff proceed with
it's installation on the Town's Site; and that appropriate notice be placed in
the newspaper announcing it's availability to the public; and
4. THAT the request from the owners of 80 George St. be approved and that
a Heritage Plaque identifying the property as the "Benjamin Willis House
1888" be presented; and
5. THAT a letter be circulated to the residents of the study area encouraging
them to submit the Community Feedback Questionnaire by the end of
November, and staff research the details for the preparation of a Heritage
District Study, including qualified consultants and a budget plan, and
present this information at a future committee meeting; and
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6. THAT Mr. John McIntyre be nominated as a candidate for the Ontario
Heritage Foundation's lifetime achievement recognition award for his work
to identify, preserve, protect and promote heritage of Aurora.
6. EDAC04-05 — October 20, 2004 Economic Development Advisory (pg. 28)
Committee Meeting
RECOMMENDED:
1. THAT the Committee Record of the Economic Development Advisory
Committee Meeting 04-05 held on October 20, 2004 be received as
information; and
2. ADM04-002 Aurora Business Delegation to Hancunhe, China
THAT the Economic Development Officer be authorized to investigate the
feasibility of organizing a delegation, consisting of Town officials and staff,
members of the Aurora Chamber of Commerce, business leaders, and
members of other local groups, to visit the Town of Hancunhe, China in
2005, and
THAT the Economic Development Officer prepare a feasibility report, to be
presented at a future Economic Development Advisory Committee
meeting, confirming the results of this investigation.
3. Memorandum from the Economic Development Officer - Whitwell/First
Professional Developments Retail Centre Status Update
THAT the Economic Development Officer continue to work with Planning
Department staff and our peer reviewers to resolve the outstanding issues
related to the Whitwell/First Professional Developments Retail Centre
development application; and
THAT staff ensure that adequate safeguards are implemented to ensure
the business park is built in a timely manner; and
THAT staff address the concern of the Committee with respect to the
impact on State Farm, being a key business in this area, and their
involvement in the planning process for the Whitwell project development;
and
THAT staff address the concern of the Committee with respect to the lack
of an economic impact study of this proposed development on the
downtown core.
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4. Memorandum from the Economic Development Officer
Re: Staff Response to the 2004 Members Survey of the Canadian
Federation of Independent Business (CFIB)
THAT the media release prepared by the Economic Development Officer
in response to the Canadian Federation of Independent Business's 2004
Members Survey be forwarded to the CFIB as the Town's response to the
results of their survey with respect to the Town of Aurora; and
THAT the Town's Media Release be included as the part of the marketing
material distributed by the Economic Development Office.
5. Memorandum from the Economic Development Officer
Re: The Development of a Marketing Logo for the Town of Aurora
THAT staff be authorized to proceed with the Public Information Session
to obtain further input on the development of the marketing logo.
7. ENV04-05 — October 18, 2004 Environmental Advisory Committee (pg. 36)
Meeting
RECOMMENDED:
1. THAT the Committee Record of the Environmental Advisory Committee
Meeting 04-05 held on October 18, 2004 be received as information; and
2. Mr. Wayne Jackson, Director of Public Works, to address the Committee
regarding the Three Stream Waste Management Program
THAT the information regarding the Three Stream Waste Management
Program provided by the Director of Public Works be received for
information purposes; and
THAT the members of the Public Awareness/Education and Waste
Management Sub -Committees, and any other interested Environmental
Advisory Committee members, further discuss the implementation of the
Three Stream Waste Management Program with the Director of Public
Works.
3. Mr. Wayne Jackson, Director of Public Works, to address the Committee
regarding the Petro Canada Site on Industrial Parkway South
THAT Council be requested to send a letter to the Ministry of the
Environment informing them of the Town's concerns regarding the
contamination at the Petro Canada site on Industrial Parkway South right-
of-way; and
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THAT the Ministry of the Environment be requested to support the Town's
efforts in obtaining copies of the laboratory reports pertaining to the
subject area and ensuring that there is no continuous leak at the site; and
THAT staff be requested to enter into discussions with Petro Canada
regarding a possible voluntary moratorium of operations on the subject
property, until such time that the there is proof that there is no ongoing
leak.
4. PW04-021 Tannery Creek Surface Water and Sediment Sampling Results
'THAT report PW04-021 Tannery Creek — Surface Water & Sediment
Sampling Results, and the June 7, 2004, report from Earth Tech Canada
Inc. titled Tannery Creek — Surface Water & Sediment Sampling Report,
be received for information purposes; and
THAT Council request an immediate follow up from the Ministry of the
Environment on the Tannery Creek issue, and that a Ministry
representative be requested to attend to make a presentation to Council;
and
THAT the Director of Public Works be authorized to direct staff to hold the
public information sessions on the Tannery Creek issue as previously
directed in June.
5. Extract from Council Meeting No. 04-30 - Approval of the New Sub -
Committees of the Environmental Advisory Committee
THAT the extract from Council Meeting No. 04-30 held on Tuesday,
September 28, 2004, in respect to EAC No. 04-04 - September 13, 2004
Environmental Advisory Committee Meeting be received for information
purposes.
6. Prioritization of the Draft Goals and Objectives
THAT the Prioritization of the Draft Goals and Objectives be deferred to
the next Environmental Advisory Committee meeting.
7. Correspondence from the Town of Newmarket
Re: Resolution 137-2004 — Restricting the Use of Non -Essential Pesticides
(referred to Committee from September 14, 2004, Council meeting)
THAT the correspondence from the Town of Newmarket regarding
Resolution R7-2004 — Restricting the Use of Non -Essential Pesticides be
deferred to the By-laws/Policy Sub -Committee of the Environmental
Advisory Committee.
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Tuesday, October 26, 2004
8. Update from David Tomlinson regarding the 2C Natural Heritage Study
THAT the verbal update provided by David Tomlinson regarding the 2C
Natural Heritage Study be received for information purposes; and
THAT staff clarify and inform David Tomlinson of his role and participation
in the 2C Natural Heritage Study.
9. Ms Rebecca Beaton to address the Environmental Advisory Committee
regarding Waste Reduction Week as proclaimed by the Region of York for
the week of October 18 to 24, 2004
THAT the delegation and information provided by Ms Rebecca Beaton
related to "Waste Reduction Week" be received for information purposes.
THAT staff circulate any correspondence, motions and initiatives related to
environmental issues, received from the Regional Municipality of York and
the Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority, to the Environmental
Advisory Committee in a timely manner.
8. Request from Councillor Morris (pg. 47)
Re: Correspondence from Mr. Darryl Moore —
Whitwell/First Professional
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the correspondence be received for information.
9. PL04-117 — Morguard Real Estate Investment Trust (pg. 50)
Blocks 2 & 3, R.P. 65M-3074 (Aurora Centre)
Official Plan Amendment, Zoning Amendment Applications
Files D09-12-03 and D14-29-03
Related Site Plan Application File D11-06-04
RECOMMENDED:
THAT Council approve Bylaw 4602-04.D being a Bylaw to enact Official
Plan Amendment No.57; and
THAT the site plan drawings and plans be resubmitted to the satisfaction
of the Town to incorporate the appropriate plan modifications pursuant to
the final comments of the Bayview Wellington Ratepayers Association,
staff and the Town's design peer review consultant; and
THAT the implementing Zoning Bylaw amendment be scheduled for
Council consideration at a future Council meeting concurrent with Council
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consideration of the Morguard Real Estate Investment Trust Site Plan
application (Files D14-29-03 and D11-06-04 respectively).
10. LS04-055 — Award of Tender for Construction of New Seniors' (pg. 87)
Centre
RECOMMENDED:
THAT Council award Tender LS2004-67 for the construction of the new
Seniors' Centre to Rutherford Contracting Ltd. in the amount of
$2,370,000 excluding G.S.T.; and further
THAT Council recommend that an additional amount of $55,000 be
provided for the provision of an extended south deck; and further
THAT Council recommend that an additional amount of $13,000 be
provided for the provision of vinyl wall covering; and further
THAT Council recommend that an additional amount of $10,000 be
provided for the provision of corian counter instead of laminate covering;
and further
THAT Council recommend that an additional amount of $3,000 be
provided for the provision of a gas fireplace instead of electric.
11. Memorandum from Mayor Jones (pg. 98)
Re: 75/25 Federal Fuel Tax Allocation Formula
RECOMMENDED:
THAT the 75/25 Federal Fuel Tax Allocation Formula be endorsed as
follows:
WHEREAS the Federal government is committed to concluding gas tax
revenue sharing agreements with each province by the end of 2004 for the
purpose of providing Canada's municipalities with a new source of stable,
predictable funding; and,
WHEREAS Canadians believe that the fuel tax they pay should be used
primarily (if not exclusively) for investment in roads and transit; and
WHEREAS the amount of federal fuel tax revenue each province and
territory receives should be commensurate with the demands placed on
local transportation and public transit networks in that province or territory;
and
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THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT the Corporation of the Town of
Aurora endorses the federal fuel tax allocation formula proposed by the
Hub City Mayors at the Summit held in Toronto on September 18, 2004,
whereby 75% of the amount of federal fuel tax revenue allocated to each
province is based on its share of the total amount of fuel sold in Canada,
with the remaining 25% based on each province's share of national transit
ridership; and further
THAT copies of this resolution be sent to the Prime Minister of Canada,
the Minister of Finance, the Minister of State (Infrastructure and
Communities), Members of Parliament from the Corporation of the Town
of Aurora.
12. Recommendation from In Camera (pg.98a)
Re: Appointment of new Member to Committee of Adjustment
RECOMMENDED:
THAT Mr. David Peirce be appointed to the Committee of Adjustment for
the balance of the term to replace the position that has been vacated due
to a resignation of a member.
COUNCIL — OCTOBER 26, 2004 Delegation (a)
Panizza, Bob
From: will ross
Sent: Tuesday, October 19, 2004 12:39 PM
To: Panizza, Bob
Subject: delegate status
Dear Mr. Paniva,
I would like to request delegate status regarding the Proposed Parking Prohibitions on Gurnelt Street, a report
which has recommendations which will be presented to Council by a representative of the Traffic Safety Advisory
Board on 26 October.
I am a resident of Gurnelt Street. We have lived on Gumett Street for 20 years.
Sincerely,
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TOWN OFAURORA
GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING
REPORT
NO. 04-20
Council Chambers
Aurora Town Hall
Tuesday, October 19, 2004
IAGENDAITEM#-'- l
ATTENDANCE
COMMITTEE MEMBERS Councillor Hogg in the Chair; Mayor Jones,
Councillors Buck, Gaertner, Kean, Morris, Vrancic,
Wallace and West.
MEMBERS ABSENT None
OTHER ATTENDEES Chief Administrative Officer, Director of Corporate
Services/Town Clerk, Director of Building, Director of
Leisure Services, Director of Planning, Director of
Public Works, Treasurer, Town Solicitor and
Council/Committee Secretary.
Councillor Hogg called the meeting to order at 7:06 p.m.
I DECLARATIONS OF PECUNIARY INTEREST
There were no declarations of pecuniary interest under the Municipal Conflict of
Interest Act.
If
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IV
APPROVAL OFAGENDA
Moved by Councillor Vrancic Seconded by Councillor Wallace
THAT the content of the Agenda as circulated by the Corporate Services
Department be approved as presented.
CARRIED
DETERMINATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Items 4, 5 and 6 were identified for discussion.
ADOPTION OF ITEMS NOT REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
Moved by Councillor Vrancic Seconded by Mayor Jones
THAT the following recommendations respecting the matters listed as
"Items not Requiring Separate Discussion" be adopted as submitted to the
Committee and staff be authorized to take all necessary action required to
give effect to same:
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General Committee Report No. 04.20 Page 2 of 4
Tuesday, October 19, 2004
PL04.115 — Site Plan Application, Terra Aurora Ltd.
Lot 87, Registered Plan 246, 205 Industrial Parkway North
File D11-09.04
THAT Report PL04-115- be received as information;
THAT, subject to a satisfactory review by the Site Plan Committee, the
Director of Planning be authorized to execute a Site Plan Agreement
between Terra Aurora Limited and the Town of Aurora respecting the
expansion of the industrial building on the subject lands.
2. PL04-116 — Planning Applications Status List
THAT the Planning Applications Status List be received as information.
3. LSO4-053— Theatre Aurora Building Renovations
THAT Council award RFQ #LS2004-66 to Ruscro General Contracting
Inc. in the amount of $.82,550.00 for the Theatre Aurora Building
Renovation Works.
CARRIED
V DELEGATIONS
(a) Mr. Rahul Bhardwaj, CEO, United Way of York Region
Re: Presentation & Campaign Video for United Way of York Region
Moved by Councillor Vrancic ' Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT Council allow the delegate an extra 6 minutes to play the United
Way's 2004 Campaign Video.
CARRIED
Mr. Bhardwaj presented the United Way's 2004 Campaign Video to the
Committee and reviewed their goals for the near future. Mr. Bhardwaj requested
the support of the Town for an employee campaign and that Council continue to
be ambassadors for the United Way at community events.
Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Mayor Jones
THAT the comments of the delegate be received; and
THAT the Town of Aurora proclaim the month of November 2004 as
"United Way Month in Aurora" and urge all citizens to recognize and
support the mission of the United Way of York Region'; and
THAT during "United Way Month in Aurora":
(1) Council permit the posting of United Way posters and signs in Town
of Aurora facilities; and
(ii) The Town of Aurora fly the United Way flag at the Town Hall during
"United Way Month".
CARRIED
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General Committee Report No. 04.20 Page 3 of 4
Tuesday, October 19, 2004
(b) Mr. Graham Wride, Resident of 98 Temperance Street
Re: Proposed Address Change for the Town Hall
Mr. Wride addressed the Committee to express his concerns regarding the
proposed street name change for the Town Hall and further, requested a
response to his and other residents' question as to why the street name for the
Town Hall should be changed.
Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor Wallace
THAT the comments of the delegate be received.
CARRIED
VI CONSIDERATION OF ITEMS REQUIRING SEPARATE DISCUSSION
4. LSO4.052 — Tree Cutting Permit Application
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT Council refer the tree cutting permit application by Magna
Entertainment Corporation to the Environmental Advisory Committee.
CARRIED
5. LS04.054—GO Station Overflow Parking
Moved by Councillor Vrancic Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT Council receive report LSO4-054 for information purposes.
AMENDMENT: Upon the question of the adoption of the
recommendation, it was:
Moved by Councillor West Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT staff be requested to consult with GO Transit to obtain their co-
operation in utilizing the parking lot at Sheppard's Bush at Industry Street
until the end of April 2005, in order to accommodate additional vehicles for
GO Train commuters.
DEFEATED
The original main motion was CARRIED.
6. TR04-019 — Update on Financing for New Seniors' and Recreation Centres
Moved by Councillor Buck Seconded by Mayor Jones
THAT Council receive report TR04-019 for information purposes.
CARRIED
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General Committee Report No. 04-20 Page 4 of 4
Tuesday, October 19, 2004
VII OTHER BUSINESS, COUNCILLORS.
Moved by Councillor Morris Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT the Director of Leisure Services provide a business plan regarding
the transfer of the pre-school programs from the Leisure Complex to the
new Recreation Complex when it opens.
CARRIED
Councillor Buck provided a Notice of Motion to request the resolution to change the
street name and address of the Town Hall be rescinded.
Vill IN CAMERA
Personnel Matters
Moved by Councillor Vrancic Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT this Committee proceed In Camera to address personnel matters.
IX ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Councillor Wallace
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 8:05 p.m.
CARRIED
THE REPORT OF THE GENERAL COMMITTEE MEETING 04-20 IS SUBJECT TO
FINAL APPROVAL AT COUNCIL ON TUESDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2004.
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NOTICE OF MOTION
AGENDA ITEM
WHEREAS on January 24, 1990, during a Public Planning meeting at Victoria Hall, Aurora
Council unanimously voted to create an address for the soon to be Town Hall ... 100 John West
Way; and
WHEREAS four elections have taken place since that date; and
WHEREAS whether or not the address of the Town Hall is appropriate has never been cited
as an issue by any candidate or resident during any of those campaigns; and
WHEREAS universal acceptance of the address must be assumed from these facts; and
WHEREAS no reasons were given for the motion by the mover or seconder of the motion, nor by
the supporters of the motion; and
WHEREAS, as a result of these facts, no opportunity was provided for public input prior
to a decision being made;
NOW THEREFORE BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED THAT the resolution to change the address of
the Aurora Town Hall be rescinded.
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-TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL REPORT No. TSAB04-021
SUBJECT: October 13, 2004 Traffic Safety Advisory Board Meeting
FROM: Chair - John West
Committee Members - Carmen Zambri, Juergen Daurer, Mike Walters,
Robert Cook
MEMBERS ABSENT: Brett Cole
DATE: October 26, 2004
RECOMMENDATIONS
1. THAT the Committee Record of the Traffic Safety Advisory Board Meeting held
on October 13, 2004 be received as information; and
2. October 5, 2004 email from Cynthia Foster regarding speeding concerns on
Kennedy Street West.
THAT staff be requested to review the Kennedy Street West and Deerhorn
Crescent intersections for multi -way stop signs; and
THAT a letter be sent to Mr. Dana Fawcett with the TSAB recommendations.
3. Report No. TSAB04-019 — Approval of the Design of Traffic Calming Measures for
Golf Links Drive,
THAT Council approve the proposed traffic calming design for Golf Links Drive,
including the optional sixth speed hump, as outlined in Report TSAB04-019; and
THAT funding in the amount of $16,000 be approved for the installation of five
speed humps and associated signage on Golf Links Drive.
4. Report No. TSAB04-017 — Traffic Calming Requests on Spruce Street Between
Mark Street and Centre Street and on Centre Street.
THAT Council authorize staff to issue the Request for Proposal as outlined in
Report TSAB04-017;
THAT Council approve funding in the amount of $30,000 for this work, and
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TSAB Record No. 04-06 Page 2
THAT the Director of Finance be requested to inform Council of the source for
these funds.
5. Report No. TSAB04-018 — Parking Concerns on Gurnett Street
THAT parking be prohibited from 8:00a.m. to S:OOp.m., Monday to Friday on
the west side of Gurnett Street from Kennedy Street East to Cousins Drive;
THAT parking be prohibited from 8:00a.m. to S:OOp.m., Monday to Friday on
the east side of Gurnett Street from Kennedy Street East to Connaught
Avenue;
THAT the Clerks Department be requested to introduce the necessary by-laws
to implement the above recommendations; and
THAT a letter be sent to all affected residents with the TSAB's
recommendations.
6. October 6, 2004 memorandum from the Traffic/Transportation Analyst
regarding Yield Sign Replacement Program at Various Intersections in the
Town of Aurora.
THAT the request to replace the 7 intersections controlled by yield signs with
stop signs as identified in Report No. TSAB04-014 be denied.
7. October 8, 2004 memorandum from the Traffic/Transportation Analyst
regarding the Request for Multi -Way Stop Signs at the Dunning Avenue and
Cameron Avenue Intersection.
THAT staff be requested to submit a report to the November 10, 2004 TSAB
meeting to deal with the parking concerns on Dunning Avenue; and
THAT the request for multi -way stop signs be deferred to the December 8,
2004 TSAB meeting.
8. September 27, 2004 email from Mr. Ian Bryan regarding safety concerns at
THAT staff be requested to review the Crawford Rose Drive and Autumn Way
intersection to determine if additional safety measures are required, and
THAT a letter be sent to Mr. Ian Bryan with the TSAB recommendation.
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TSAB Record No. 04-06 Page 3
BACKGROUND
All matters on the agenda were discussed fully.
None.
CONCLUSIONS
The Board believes the recommendations contained herein to be appropriate and that
Council should adopt them.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
The cost to install the necessary parking signs on Gurnett Street has been estimated to
cost $700.00. Funds for which are available in the Public Works Operating Budget.
The cost to install 5 speed humps on Golf Links Drive including the necessary signage
and pavement markings has been estimated to cost $16,000.00. Funds for which are
available in the Public Works Traffic Calming Budget.
The estimated cost to hire a Consultant to complete a traffic calming project has been
estimated to cost $30,000.00. Funds for which have not been provided in the Public
Works Operating Account and it is requested that the Director of Finance inform Council
of the source for these funds.
ATTACHMENTS
Y September 28, 2004 Committee Record 04-06
Prepared by. Brent Jefferson, Traffic/Transportation Analyst ext. 4374
John G: st, Chair
ffic a e TraSty Advisory Board
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TSAB Record No. 04-06 Page 4
COMMITTEE RECORD
NO. 04-06
Committee: Traffic Safety Advisory Board
Date: Wednesday October 13, 2004
Time and Location: Leksand Room, Aurora Town Hall, 7:00p.m.
From: Chair: John West
Committee Members Carmen Zambri, Juergen Daurer, Mike Walters,
Robert Cook,
Members Absent:
Brett Cole
Other Attendees: Brent Jefferson (Recording Secretary)
Chris Alexander (By -Law Services Co-ordinator)
Constable Sandra Staley (York Regional Police)
DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
Mike Walters declared a declaration of interest with item #2
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by Juergen Daurer
THAT the agenda be approved as circulated.
CARRIED
MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS
Moved by Juergen Daurer
Seconded by Mike Walters
Seconded by Robert Cook
THAT the minutes of the September 8, 2004 TSAB meeting be adopted by Council.
CARRIED
DELIGATIONS
Dana Fawcett — Kennedy Street West
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TSAB Record No. 04-06 Page 5
Mr. Fawcett informed the Committee that his family has recently moved into the new
Deerhorn subdivision. Mr. Fawcett is concerned with vehicular speeds and has already
called the York Regional Police to increase speed enforcement. Mr. Fawcett is requesting
that stop signs and speed humps be installed on Kennedy Street West to alleviate the
speeding concerns.
Moved by Mike Walters
THAT items #10 be moved forward at this time.
CARRIED
Moved by Mike Walters
Seconded by Carmen Zambri
Seconded by Carmen Zambri
THAT the October 5, 2004 email from Cynthia Foster regarding speeding concerns on
Kennedy Street West be received as information;
THAT staff be requested to review the Kennedy Street West and Deerhorn Crescent
intersections for multi -way stop signs; and
THAT a letter be sent to Mr. Dana Fawcett with the TSAB recommendations.
CARRIED
Sandra Humfryes — 45 Golf Links Drive
Ms. Humfryes addressed the Board and indicated that the Golf Links Drive's traffic calming
request has followed and meets all the required steps. Sandra indicted that 98% of the
residents agree with the proposed traffic calming design.
Moved by Carmen Zambri
THAT items #4 be moved forward at this time.
CARRIED
Moved by Carmen Zambri
Seconded by Mike Walters
Seconded by Mike Walters
THAT Council approve the proposed traffic calming design for Golf Links Drive, including
the optional sixth speed hump, as outlined in Report TSAB04-019; and
THAT funding in the amount of $16,000 be approved for the installation of five speed
humps and associated signage on Golf Links Drive.
CARRIED
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TSAB Record No, 04-06 Page 6
MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION
1. September 8, 2004 TSAB Council Report No. TSAB04-016 and September 28,
2004 Council excerpts.
Moved by Juergen Daurer
Seconded by Robert Cook
THAT the September 8, 2004 TSAB Council Report No. TSAB04-016 and
September 28, 2004 Council excerpts be received as information.
CARRIED
2. Report No. TSAB04-017 — Traffic Calming Requests on Spruce Street Between
Mark Street and Centre Street and on Centre Street.
Moved by Robert Cook Seconded by Juergen Daurer
THAT Report No. TSAB04-017 "Traffic Calming Requests on Spruce Street
Between Mark Street and Centre Street and on Centre Street' be received as
information;;
THAT Council authorize staff to issue the Request for Proposal as outlined in
Report TSAB04-017;
THAT Council approve funding in the amount of $30,000 for this work; and
THAT the Director of Finance be requested to inform Council of the source for
these funds.
CARRIED
3. Report No. TSAB04-018 — Parking Concerns on Gurnett Street.
Moved by Mike Walters
Seconded by Robert Cook
THAT parking be prohibited from 8:OOa.m. to 5:OOp.m., Monday to Friday on the
west side of Gurnett Street from Kennedy Street East to Cousins Drive;
THAT parking be prohibited from B:OOa.m. to 5:00p.m., Monday to Friday on the
east side of Gurnett Street from Kennedy Street East to Connaught Avenue;
THAT the Clerks Department be requested to introduce the necessary by-laws to
implement the above recommendations; and
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THAT a letter be sent to all affected residents with the TSAB's recommendations.
CARRIED
5. October 6, 2004 memorandum from the Traffic/Transportation Analyst regarding
Yield Sign Replacement Program at Various Intersections in the Town of Aurora.
Moved by Mike Walters Seconded by Juergen Daurer
THAT the request to replace the 7 intersections controlled by yield signs with stop
signs as identified in Report No. TSAB04-014 be denied.
CARRIED
6. October 8, 2004 memorandum from the Traffic/Transportation Analyst regarding
the Request for Multi -Way Stop Signs at the Dunning Avenue and Cameron
Avenue Intersection.
Moved by Mike Walters Seconded by Juergen Daurer
THAT the October 8, 2004 memorandum from the Traffic/Transportation Analyst
regarding the Request for Multi -Way Stop Signs at the Dunning Avenue and
Cameron Avenue Intersection be received as information;
THAT staff be requested to submit a report to the November 10, 2004 TSAB
meeting to deal with the parking concerns on Dunning Avenue; and
THAT the request for multi -way stop signs be deferred to the December 8, 2004
TSAB meeting.
CARRIED
7. August 19, 2004 email from Ms. Gitta Berg regarding speeding concerns on Jasper
Drive.
Moved by Juergen Daurer Seconded by Carmen Zambri
THAT the August 19, 2004 email from Ms. Gitta Berg regarding speeding
concerns on Jasper Drive be received as information.
CARRIED
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TSAB Record No. 04-06 Page 8
8. September 3, 2004 email from Mr. Ian Bryan regarding sightline concerns at the
Wellington Street West and Machell Avenue intersection.
Moved by Juergen Daurer Seconded by Mike Walters
THAT the September 3, 2004 email from Mr. Ian Bryan regarding sightline
concerns at the Wellington Street West and Machell Avenue intersection be
received as information.
CARRIED
9. September 27, 2004 email from Mr. Ian Bryan regarding safety concerns at the
Crawford Rose Drive and Autumn Way intersection.
Moved by Mike Walters Seconded by Carmen Zambri
THAT the September 27, 2004 email from Mr. Ian Bryan regarding safety
concerns at the Crawford Rose Drive and Autumn Way intersection be received as
information;
THAT staff be requested to review the Crawford Rose Drive and Autumn Way
intersection to determine if additional safety measures are required; and
THAT a letter be sent to Mr. Ian Bryan with the TSAB recommendation.
CARRIED
11. October 5, 2004 letter from Mrs. Susan Thiessan regarding the proposed speed
humps on Golf Links Drive.
Moved by Mike Walters Seconded by Robert Cook
THAT the October 5, 2004 letter from Mrs. Susan Thiessan regarding the
proposed speed humps on Golf Links Drive be received as information.
CARRIED
12. Letter from Mr. Larry Clayson regarding parking concerns on Metcalfe Street.
Moved by Mike Walters Seconded by Juergen Daurer
THAT the letter from Mr. Larry Clayson regarding parking concerns on Metcalfe
Street be received as information.
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TSAB Record No. 04-06 Page 9
CARRIED
13. Road Watch Information.
14. Excerpts from Regional Council meeting held on September 23, 2004 regarding
"Housing Supply Strategy — Progress Report and 2004/2005
Work Plan".
15. Excerpts from Regional Council meeting held on September 23, 2004 regarding
"Establishing Speed Limits — Proposed Regional Policy".
16, Pending List.
17. Traffic Calming Activity List.
Moved by Mike Walters
Seconded by Brett Cole
THAT items 13, 14, 15, 16 and 17 be received as information.
CARRIED
OTHER BUSINESS BY MEMBERS
Brent submitted a letter and petition from residents on Dunning Avenue requesting for
traffic calming measures. It was requested to receive the petition as information and wait
until a report dealing with the parking concerns on Dunning Avenue has been considered
by the Board.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 8:30p.m.
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'TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL REPORT
AGENDA ITEM! # 4
No. LSAC04-05
SUBJECT: October 14, 2004, Leisure Services Advisory Committee Meeting
FROM: Chair
Council Members
Committee Members
Absent
DATE: October 26, 2004
RECOMMENDATIONS
- Councillor Kean
- Councillor Gaertner and Vrancic
- Diane Buchanan, Alan Dean, John Gallo,
Dawn Irwin, Al Wilson
- Stephen Dupuis
1. THAT the Committee Record of the Leisure Services Advisory Committee
Meeting, held on October 14, 2004, be received for information; and
2. The Welch Family
Re: Request for Memorial Tree in Elizabeth Hader Park
THAT the matter be referred to staff to draft a policy for planting memorial trees
within the Town; and
THAT a letter be provided to the Welch family, indicating that the Leisure
Services Advisory Committee is currently addressing their request and that the
family will be promptly advised of any developments.
3. List of Programs - Pricing Policv
THAT item 13 - Community Centre Auditorium and Item 14 - Victoria Hall, be
removed from the list of programs requiring a detailed costing analysis and be
considered at a future date under rental fees.
THAT the list of programs requiring a detailed costing analysis be approved,
with the deletion of Items 13 and 14.
4. Report LS04-047 - Draft Costing Model - Pricing Policv
THAT report LSO4-047 - Draft Costing Model - be received and the
recommendations of the report be approved.
5. Other Business By Members
THAT Council review the option of constructing a foundation now at the new
Recreation Complex, and burying it for a gymnasium in the future.
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Tuesday, October 26, 2004 - 2 - Report No. LSAC04-05
BACKGROUND
Attached for the information of Council are the Minutes of the Leisure Services Advisory
Committee Meeting LSAC04-05, held on October 14, 2004.
COMMENTS
Nil.
CONCLUSIONS
Nil.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
None.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Copy of Committee Record No. LSAC04-05.
Prepared by. Carol Clark, Council/Committee Secretary, ext. 4227
Reviewed by: Allan D. Downey, Director of Leisure Services, ext. 4752
C nci or Nigel Kean, Chair
Leisure Services Advisory Committee
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LEISURE SERVICES ADVISORY COMMITTEE RECORD
MEETING NO. 04-05
Date: Thursday, October 14, 2004
Time and Location: 7:00 p.m., Leksand Meeting Room, Aurora Town Hall,
100 John West Way
Committee Members: Councillor Kean, Chair, Councillors Gaertner and Vrancic,
Diane Buchanan, Alan Dean, John Gallo, Dawn Irwin, Al
Wilson
Staff Attendees: Allan Downey, Director of Leisure Services; Carol Clark,
Council/Committee Secretary
Absent: Stephen Dupuis
Other Attendees: None
Councillor Kean called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO AGENDA
None
DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
There were no declarations of interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by Dawn Irwin
Seconded by Alan Dean
THAT the content of the agenda as circulated by the Leisure Services Department
be approved as outlined herein.
CARRIED
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Leisure Services Advisory Committee Record No. 04-05 Page 2 of 6
Thursday, October 14, 2004
REVIEW OF PREVIOUS MEETING REPORT
Leisure Services Advisory Committee Meeting
Report No. 04-04, dated Thursday, September 9, 2004
The Leisure Services Advisory Committee Meeting Report No. 04-04 of Thursday,
September 9, 2004 was received for information.
DELEGATION
1. The Welch Fami
The Welch family attended last month's Leisure Services Advisory Committee no -
quorum meeting and presented their request to the Committee, off the record. Mr.
Downey outlined the details of the Welch family's request, indicating that the family
would like to plant a memorial tree in Elizabeth Hader Park in memory of their
daughter, Jennifer.
Mr. Downey indicated that the Town does not have a policy in place for such
requests and therefore, he suggested to the family that they address the Leisure
Services Advisory Committee, who could then make a recommendation to Council.
Mr. Downey advised that he has not discussed the request with the Hader family
who, upon the renaming of the park to Elizabeth Hader Park in memory of their
daughter, advised that they did not want the word "memorial" used in the park name.
The Committee members concurred that a policy should be created which should
include Town standards and possibly suggest appropriate locations.
Moved by Al Wilson
Seconded by John Gallo
THAT the matter be referred to staff to draft a policy for planting memorial trees
within the Town; and
THAT a letter be provided to the Welch family, indicating that the Leisure Services
Advisory Committee is currently addressing their request and that the family will
be promptly advised of any developments.
CARRIED
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Leisure Services Advisory Committee Record No. 04-05 Page 3 of 6
Thursday, October 14, 2004
MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION
1. Report LSO4-049 —Request for Memorial Tree in Elizabeth Hader Park
The Committee discussed the aspects presented in the report, in conjunction with
the request made by the Welch family.
2. List of Programs — Pricing Policy
Mr. Downey reviewed the list of programs for which the Leisure Services
Department could provide a costing analysis, as requested at a previous Leisure
Services Advisory Committee meeting, and asked the Committee members for any
comments.
Moved by Councillor Vrancic
Seconded by Al Wilson
THAT Item 13 — Community Centre Auditorium and Item 14 — Victoria Hall, be
removed from the list of programs requiring a detailed costing analysis and be
considered at a future date under rental fees.
CARRIED
Moved by Councillor Gaertner Seconded by Dawn Irwin
THAT the list of programs requiring a detailed costing analysis be approved, with
the deletion of Items 13 and 14.
CARRIED
3. Report LSO4-048 —Examples of Existing Pricing Policies —Other Municipalities
Mr. Downey advised that, research of several municipalities identified that only Nepean
has an existing pricing policy. Their policy is based on a benefits approach, similar to
Aurora.
Mr. Downey suggested that, when considering a costing model for Aurora, both direct
and indirect costs should be factored in. The Committee agreed that the costs of the
program should be considered first and then a decision should be made as to how much
should be recovered.
Councillor Vrancic requested that the report be copied to Councillor Buck.
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Leisure Services Advisory Committee Record No. 04-05 Page 4 of 6
Thursday, October 14, 2004
4. Report LSO4-047 —Draft Costing Model -Pricing Policy
Mr. Downey reviewed how the draft costing model works, explaining the direct and
indirect costs. Mr. Downey explained that the costing model determines what the cost of
a particular program is, the next step being that the Committee members must decide on
how much of these costs should be recovered.
Moved by Alan Dean
Seconded by Dawn Irvin
THAT report LSO4-047 — Draft Costing Model — be received and the
recommendations of the report be approved.
CARRIED
Committee members suggested that Mr. Downey begin the costing analysis immediately,
but that the Committee need not wait for the completion of this before deciding on
subsidy levels. Therefore, it was agreed that the majority of the next meeting be
dedicated to discussion regarding how to arrive at appropriate subsidy levels for the
various programs.
SUB-COMMITTEE/UPDATES
None
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
1. Revised Committee Members Listing (New E-Mail Addresses)
The revised contact list for the Leisure Services Advisory Committee members was
presented to the Committee.
2. Report LSO4-046 — Summer Camp 2004 - Integration
Mr. Downey reviewed the details of the report by indicating to the Committee members
that the integration of children with behavioural and learning disabilities into the Summer
Camp Programs began in 2002 and has been favourably received. A letter from an
Aurora resident with three special needs children, expressing her gratitude for the
integrated programming, was presented to the Committee. It was agreed that this letter
should be copied to all Councillors, as well as the Accessibility Advisory Committee.
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Leisure Services Advisory Committee Record No. 04-05 Page 5 of 6
Thursday, October 14, 2004
3. Youth Action Committee Meeting Minutes —September 15, 2004
Al Wilson indicated that, as a member of the Youth Action Committee, he attended the
meeting and found it inspiring to see what the youth have been and will be doing.
OTHER BUSINESS BY MEMBERS
Councillor Vrancic advised that the tender for the new Recreation Complex is under
budget by $1.6 million and that the gymnasium was not included in the tender.
Councillor Vrancic suggested that there is a need for a gymnasium within the Town and
that an option would be to put the foundation in now and then bury it until it is needed.
Other Committee members suggested that the funds could be directed elsewhere, such
as a youth centre or an indoor soccer facility.
Moved by John Gallo
Seconded by Councillor Vrancic
THAT Council review the option of constructing a foundation now at the new
Recreation Complex, and burying it for a gymnasium in the future.
CARRIED
Alan Dean advised that the Lawn Bowling Club would like to apply for a Trillium Grant
and was directed to speak with Mr. Downey regarding the process.
John Gallo inquired about the deadline for completion of Civic Square Park, to which Mr.
Downey replied that it was scheduled to have been completed, but there were setbacks
due to inclement weather.
Councillor Kean asked fora report on the Church Street School, to which Mr. Downey
responded that future reports will be presented by the Solicitor.
Councillor Kean requested an update regarding Library Square. Mr. Downey advised
that this can be reviewed after the approval of a tender to build the Seniors' Centre,
which would be awarded on October 26, 2004.
Councillor Gaertner advised that she has started her research regarding a Youth Centre.
Mr. Downey presented boards depicting the new Recreation Complex and indicated that
the Ground Breaking Ceremony would take place on Saturday, October 16, 2004 at
10:00 a.m.
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Leisure Services Advisory Committee Record No. 04-05 Page 6 of 6
Thursday, October 14, 2004
ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 8:58 p.m.
CARRIED
NEXT MEETING
It was noted that the next meeting of the Leisure Services Advisory Committee will take
place on Thursday, November 11, 2004 at 7.00 p.m. in the Leksand
Room.
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AGENDA iTEM # �
-TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL REPORT No. AHC 04-05
SUBJECT: October 18, 2004, Aurora Heritage Committee Meeting
FROM: Diane Fergueson (Chair), Margaret Brevik, Councillor Nigel Kean,
Bob McRoberts, Walter Mestrinaro, John McIntyre, Stan Rycombel,
Jane Staunton, Councillor Ron Wallace
DATE: October 26, 2004
RECOMMENDATIONS
THAT the Committee Record of the Aurora Heritage Committee Meeting
held on October 18, 2004 be received for information; and
2. THAT the proposed addition to 51 Metcalfe St. as shown in the plans
presented by Mr. P. Sturino be approved; and
3. THAT the new Heritage Web Site be approved and that staff proceed with
it's installation on the Town's Site; and that appropriate notice be placed in
the newspaper announcing it's availability to the public; and
4. THAT the request from the owners of 80 George St. be approved and that a
Heritage Plaque identifying the property as the "Benjamin Willis House
1888" be presented, and
5. THAT a letter be circulated to the residents of the study area encouraging
them to submit the Community Feedback Questionnaire by the end of
November, and staff research the details for the preparation of a Heritage
District Study, including qualified consultants and a budget plan, and
present this information at a future committee meeting; and
6. THAT Mr. John McIntyre be nominated as a candidate for the Ontario
Heritage Foundation's lifetime achievement recognition award for his work
to identify, preserve, protect and promote heritage of Aurora.
ATTACHMENTS
Committee Record 04-05
Preoare&v: Bob Panizza
D. Fergueson, Chair
rAurora Heritage Committee
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AURORA HERITAGE
COMMITTEE RECORD
NO. 04-05
Committee: Aurora Heritage Committee
Date: October 18, 2004
Time and Location: 7:00 p.m. Holland Room, Town Hall
Committee Members: Diane Fergueson (Chair), Councillor Nigel Kean Bob
McRoberts, John McIntyre, Stan Rycombel,
Jane Staunton, Councillor Ron Wallace
Absent: Margaret Brevik, Walter Mestrinaro;
Staff:
Bob Panizza, Barry Bridgeford
DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
None
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Moved by Councillor Wallace
That the agenda as circulated be approved.
Seconded by Councillor Kean
CARRIED
APPROVAL OF THE MINUTES
Moved by Councillor Kean
Seconded by S. Rycombel
That the minutes of the Aurora Heritage Committee No. 04-04 dated Sept. 13,
2004 be approved.
CARRIED
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DELEGATIONS
Mr. Paul Sturino, appeared before the Committee to present the design details
regarding his client's proposal for an addition to the side and rear of 51 Metcalfe
St. Mr. Sturino indicated that his clients have purchased the house which had
been previously rented and that extensive work is required to the interior in order
to bring it up to proper Building Code Standards, and at the same time proposed
the expansion to accommodate the needs of the family.
Mrs. Pat Garland a neighbor at 47 Metcalfe St. addressed the committee
regarding the proposal to express her concern about the size and scale of the
addition and confirm that the changes to the house would not be in keeping with
the streetscape.
Mrs. Morton -Leonard of 78 Wells St. also expressed her concerns about the
proposed modifications to 51 Metcalfe St. She indicated that the neighborhood
was predominantly smaller older homes and that the trend with redevelopment in
the neighborhood, such as the proposed addition, does not support the character
and design of the neighborhood.
MATTERS FOR CONSIDERATION
Proposed Addition to 51 Metcalfe St.
Committee Members discussed the proposed addition on the subject property
taking in consideration the comments expressed by the delegates. The major
factor highlighted by several members was the fact that the applicant has
attempted to include the existing house as part of a redevelopment scheme as
opposed to totally demolishing the building and erecting a new structure that
would not fit the existing streetscape. Members concluded that this proposal was
a preferred option rather than a total demolition.
Moved by Councillor Wallace Seconded by Councillor Kean
That the proposed addition to 51 Metcalfe St, as shown in the plans presented by
Mr. P. Sturino be approved.
CARRIED
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#2 Heritage Web Site Update & Presentation
Moved by S. Rycombel Seconded by B. McRoberts
That the new Heritage Web Site be approved and that staff proceed with it's
installation on the Town's Site; and that appropriate notice be placed in the
newspaper announcing it's availability to the public.
CARRIED
#3 Request For A Heritage Plaque - 80 George St.
Moved by Councillor Kean Seconded by S. Rycombel
That the request from the owners of 80 George St. be approved and that a
Heritage Plaque identifying the property as the "Benjamin Willis House 1888" be
presented.
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#4 Heritage District Study Area
Moved by J. McIntyre
Seconded by Councillor Wallace
That a letter be circulated to the residents of the study area encouraging them to
submit the Community Feedback Questionnaire by the end of November, and
staff research the details for the preparation of a Heritage District Study,
including qualified consultants and a budget plan, and present this information at
a future committee meeting.
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#5 Ontario Heritage Foundation
Moved by Councillor Kean
Seconded by B. McRoberts
That Mr. John McIntyre be nominated as a candidate for the Ontario Heritage
Foundation's lifetime achievement recognition award for his work to identify,
preserve, protect and promote heritage of Aurora.
CARRIED
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OTHER BUSINESS
J. McIntyre indicated that the Heritage Plaque on the Lion's Hall Building had
been removed and requested staff to determine it's whereabout and arrange to
have it reinstalled.
Members were advised of the recent application to the Committee of Adjustment
for the property at 520 Industrial Pkwy S. Apparently it was brought to the
Committee's attention that this house was constructed in the 1850's. Members
discussed the details related to this property and determined that the building
does not have any heritage significance.
ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Councillor Kean
That the meeting be adjourned at 8:30 p.m.
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[AGENDA ITEM #
'TOWN OF AURORA
COUNCIL REPORT
No. EDAC04-05
SUBJECT: October 20, 2004, Economic Development Advisory Committee
Meeting
FROM: Chair - Councillor Damir Vrancic
Council Members - Councillor Morris and ex-officio member Mayor
Jones
Committee Members - Jim Beechey, Sharon Culver, Gabriela
Dragomir and Richard Wizemann
DATE: October 26, 2004
RECOMMENDATIONS
1. THAT the Committee Record of the
Committee Meeting 04-05 held on
information; and
Economic Development Advisory
October 20, 2004 be received as
2. ADM04-002 Aurora Business Delegation to Hancunhe. China
THAT the Economic Development Officer be authorized to investigate the
feasibility of organizing a delegation, consisting of Town officials and staff,
members of the Aurora Chamber of Commerce, business leaders, and
members of other local groups, to visit the Town of Hancunhe, China in
2005, and
THAT the Economic Development Officer prepare a feasibility report, to be
presented at a future Economic Development Advisory Committee meeting,
confirming the results of this investigation.
3. Memorandum from the Economic Development Officer - Whitwell/First
Professional Developments Retail Centre Status Update
THAT the Economic Development Officer continue to work with Planning
Department staff and our peer reviewers to resolve the outstanding issues
related to the Whitwell/First Professional Developments Retail Centre
development application; and
THAT staff ensure that adequate safeguards are implemented to ensure the
business park is built in a timely manner, and
THAT staff address the concern of the Committee with respect to the
impact on State Farm, being a key business in this area, and their
involvement in the planning process for the Whitwell project development;
and
THAT staff address the concern of the Committee with respect to the lack
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Report No. EDAC04-05
4. Memorandum from the Economic Development Officer
Re: Staff Response to the 2004 Members Survey of the Canadian
Federation of Independent Business (CF1B)
THAT the media release prepared by the Economic Development Officer in
response to the Canadian Federation of independent Business's 2004
Members Survey be forwarded to the CF1B as the Town's response to the
results of their survey with respect to the Town of Aurora; and
THAT the Town's Media Release be included as the part of the marketing
material distributed by the Economic Development Office.
5. Memorandum from the Economic Development Officer
Re: The Development of a Marketing Loqo for the Town of Aurora
THAT staff be authorized to proceed with the Public Information Session to
obtain further input on the development of the marketing logo.
BACKGROUND
Attached for the information of Council are the Minutes of the Economic Development
Advisory Committee Meeting 04-05, held on October 20,2004.
Nil.
OPTIONS
Nil.
CONCLUSIONS
Nil.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
None.
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October 26, 2004
ATTACHMENTS
-3-
1. Copy of Committee Record No. 04-05
Prepared by. Karen Ewart, ext. #4222
e
r
p
C unci or Vrancic, Chair
Economic Development Advisory Committee
Report No. EDAC04-05
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COMMITTEE RECORD
MEETING NO. 04-05
Committee: Economic Development Advisory Committee
Date: Wednesday, October 20, 2004
Time and Location: 7:30 a.m., Leksand Room - Aurora Town Hall
Committee Members: Councillor Vrancic, Chair; Councillor Morris and ex-officio
member Mayor Jones, Jim Beechey, Sharon Culver,
Gabriela Dragomir and Richard Wizemann
Regrets: Councillor Kean, David Amborski and Lisa Cruickshank
Other Attendees: Dino Lombardi, Economic Development Officer; Courtney
Kidd, Co-op Student from Dr. G.W. Williams Secondary
School and Karen Ewart, Administrative Co-ordinator/Deputy
Clerk
Councillor Vrancic, Chair, called the meeting to order at 7:35 a.m.
DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
None
ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO THE AGENDA
None
APPROVAL OFAGENDA
Moved by Richard Wizemann
Seconded by Gabrie/a Dragomir
THAT the content of the agenda as circulated by the Corporate Services
Department be approved.
CARRIED
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Economic Development Advisory Committee Minutes No. 04-05 Page 2 of 5
Wednesday, October 20, 2004
REVIEW OF PREVIOUS MEETING REPORT
Economic Development Advisory Committee Meeting No. 04-04, dated
Wednesday, September 15, 2004.
Moved by Gabriela Dragomir
Seconded by Richard Wizemann
THAT Meeting Report No. 04-04 be adopted as printed and circulated.
CARRIED
MATTERS ARISING FROM PREVIOUS MEETING
1. ADM04-002 Aurora Business Delegation to Hancunhe, China
The Economic Development Officer provided the Committee with an overview of
report ADM04-002, which stressed the need for the Committee to give serious
consideration of the Town participating, as part of a formal business focused
delegation, in a visit to the Town of Hancunhe, China.
The Committee discussed the need to develop a Town -wide policy with
standardized criteria regarding receiving foreign delegations.
Moved by Gabriela Dragomir
Seconded by Sharon Culver
THAT the Economic Development Officer be authorized to investigate the
feasibility of organizing a delegation, consisting of Town officials and staff,
members of the Aurora Chamber of Commerce, business leaders, and members
of other local groups, to visit the Town of Hancunhe, China in 2005, and
THAT the Economic Development Officer prepare a feasibility report, to be
presented at a future Economic Development Advisory Committee meeting,
confirming the results of this investigation.
CARRIED
2. Memorandum from the Economic Development Officer - Whitwell/First
Professional Developments Retail Centre Status Update
The Economic Development Officer (EDO) provided the Committee with an
overview of the Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendment applications
submitted by Whitwell/First Professional Developments. The EDO reviewed the
status of these applications with the Committee, along with the preferred
development plan presented by the applicant at the September 29, 2004 Public
Planning meeting. At that meeting, Council approved the proposal in principle
and directed staff to draft Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments for
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Economic Development Advisory Committee Minutes No. 04-05 Page 3 of 5
Wednesday, October 20, 2004
consideration, subject to the resolution of outstanding issues identified in report
PL02-112 and those raised by the public.
Following a discussion of this matter, the Committee concurred with the
comments outlined in the EDO's memorandum to Council, dated September 29,
2004 and circulated with the agenda.
Moved by Sharon Culver
Seconded by Jim Beechy
THAT the Economic Development Officer continue to work with Planning
Department staff and our peer reviewers to resolve the outstanding issues
related to the Whitwell/First Professional Developments Retail Centre
development application; and
THAT staff ensure that adequate safeguards are implemented to ensure the
business park is built in a timely manner; and
THAT staff address the concern of the Committee with respect to the impact on
State Farm, being a key business in this area, and their involvement in the
planning process for the Whitwell project development; and
THAT staff address the concern of the Committee with respect to the lack of an
economic impact study of this proposed development on the downtown core.
CARRIED
NEW BUSINESS
3. Memorandum from the Economic Development Officer
Re: Staff Response to the 2004 Members Survey of the Canadian Federation
of Independent Business (CFIB)
Moved by Richard Wizemann Seconded by Councillor Morris
THAT the media release prepared by the Economic Development Officer in
response to the Canadian Federation of Independent Business's 2004 Members
Survey be forwarded to the CFIB as the Town's response to the results of their
survey with respect to the Town of Aurora; and
THAT the Town's Media Release be included as the part of the marketing
material distributed by the Economic Development Office.
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economic Development Advisory Committee Minutes No. 04-05 Page 4 of 5
Wednesday, October 20, 2004
4. Memorandum from the Economic Development Officer
Re: The Aurora "Bright -Lights" Business Newsletter Fall 2004 Edition
The memorandum from the Economic Development Officer regarding the Aurora
"Bright -Lights" Business Newsletter - Fall 2004 . Edition was received for
information purposes by the Committee.
5. Memorandum from the Economic Development Officer
Re: The Development of a Marketing Logo for the Town of Aurora
The Economic Development Officer provided the Committee with an update
regarding the development of the Town's marketing logo. The Committee was
advised that the Town's consultant had conducted numerous focus groups and
individual sessions with business groups and that a final session was planned for
next week. The EDO advised that staff would like to hold a Public Information
Meeting to update residents about the logo development and present the
consultant's findings to date. The timing for this meeting is expected to be the
second week of November.
The EDO also noted that Ms Barbara Bellissimo, Vice -President of Operations
for State Farm Insurance (Canada) has agreed to meet in Aurora with staff and
our consultant, some time within the next two weeks to provide perceptions and
insights about the Town as part of the logo background work.
The Economic Development Officer further advised that it is staffs intent to
present a staff report, with the consultant's creative design brief being the
background research, and three (3) design options at a special Economic
Development Advisory Committee meeting in late November or early December.
Moved by Councillor Morris
Seconded by Sharon Culver
THAT staff be authorized to proceed with the Public Information Session to
obtain further input on the development of the marketing logo.
CARRIED
SUB-COMMITTEE/UPDATES
Yonge Street Commercial Area
Richard Wizemann advised the Committee that the Yonge Street Commercial
Area Sub -Committee is seeking input from the Historical Society and the
Horticultural Society with respect to the beautification of the downtown core.
These initiatives could include benches, waste disposal bins, flower pots etc., in
the area of Yonge Street between Wellington Street and Henderson Drive.
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Economic Development Advisory Committee Minutes No. 04-05 Page 5 of 5
Wednesday, October 20, 2004
Mayor Jones advised the Committee that there has been a concern regarding
litter in the area and perhaps the Sub -Committee should consult with Public
Works with respect to the waste disposal containers. Councillor Morris also
advised that the Waste Management Committee, a sub -committee of the
Environmental Advisory Committee, will be able to assist.
OTHER BUSINESS
Councillor Vrancic requested that the Economic Development Officer update
some of the text on the back of the marketing promotional folder.
Mayor Jones introduced Ms Courtney Kidd, Co-op Student from Dr. G. W.
Williams Secondary School, who is working with his Office and the Corporate
Services Department during her placement for this term, ending in January 2005.
Gabriela Dragomir enquired about a comment expressed at a recent Council
meeting to which Mayor Jones and the Chair advised that the matter had been
dealt with.
ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Jim Beechy
Meeting adjourned at 8:55 a.m.
9__T.T;T1q11
NEXT MEETING
The next meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, November 17, 2004, at 7:30 a.m. in the
Leksand Room, Town Hall.
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COUNCIL REPORT
No. EAC04-04
SUBJECT: October 18, 2004 Environmental Advisory Committee Meeting
FROM: Chair - Councillor Morris
Council Members - Councillor Gaertner
Committee Members - Robert Cook, Ellen Mole, Darryl Moore, David
Tomlinson and Susan Walmer
DATE: September 28, 2004
RECOMMENDATIONS
1. THAT the Committee Record of the Environmental Advisory Committee
Meeting 04-05, held on October 18, 2004 be received for information; and
2. Mr. Wayne Jackson, Director of Public Works, to address the Committee
regarding the Three Stream Waste Management Program
THAT the information regarding the Three Stream Waste Management
Program provided by the Director of Public Works be received for information
purposes; and
THAT the members of the Public Awareness/Education and Waste
Management Sub -Committees, and any other interested Environmental
Advisory Committee members, further discuss the implementation of the
Three Stream Waste Management Program with the Director of Public Works.
3. Mr. Wayne Jackson, Director of Public Works, to address the Committee
regarding the Petro Canada Site on Industrial Parkway South
THAT Council be requested to send a letter to the Ministry of the Environment
informing them of the Town's concerns regarding the contamination at the
Petro Canada site on Industrial Parkway South right-of-way; and
THAT the Ministry of the Environment be requested to support the Town's
efforts in obtaining copies of the laboratory reports pertaining to the subject
area and ensuring that there is no continuous leak at the site; and
THAT staff be requested to enter into discussions with Petro Canada
regarding a possible voluntary moratorium of operations on the subject
property, until such time that the there is proof that there is no ongoing leak.
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4. PW04-021 Tannery Creek Surface Water and Sediment Sampling Results
THAT report PW04-021 Tannery Creek- Surface Water & Sediment Sampling
Results, and the June 7, 2004, report from Earth Tech Canada Inc. titled
Tannery Creek- Surface Water & Sediment Sampling Report, be received for
information purposes; and
THAT Council request an immediate follow up from the Ministry of the
Environment on the Tannery Creek issue, and that a Ministry representative
be requested to attend to make a presentation to Council; and
THAT the Director of Public Works be authorized to direct staff to hold the
public information sessions on the Tannery Creek issue as previously
directed in June.
5. Extract from Council Meeting. No. 04-30 - Approval of the New Sub -
Committees of the Environmental Advisory Committee
THAT the extract from Council Meeting No. 04-30 held on Tuesday, September
28, 2004, in respect to EAC No. 04-04 - September 13, 2004 Environmental
Advisory Committee Meeting be received for information purposes.
6. Prioritization of the Draft Goals and Objectives
THAT the Prioritization of the Draft Goals and Objectives be deferred to the
next Environmental Advisory Committee meeting.
7. Correspondence from the Town of Newmarket
Re: Resolution R7-2004 - Restricting the Use of Non -Essential Pesticides
(referred to Committee from September 14, 2004, Council meeting)
THAT the correspondence from the Town of Newmarket regarding Resolution
R7-2004 - Restricting the Use of Non -Essential Pesticides be deferred to the
By-laws/Policy Sub -Committee of the Environmental Advisory Committee.
8. Update from David Tomlinson regarding the 2C Natural Heritage Study
THAT the verbal update provided by David Tomlinson regarding the 2C
Natural Heritage Study be received for information purposes; and
THAT staff clarify and inform David Tomlinson of his role and participation in
the 2C Natural Heritage Study.
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9. Ms Rebecca Beaton to address the Environmental Advisory Committee
regarding Waste Reduction Week as proclaimed by the Region of York for
the week of October 18 to 24, 2004
THAT the delegation and information provided by Ms Rebecca Beaton related
to "Waste Reduction Week" be received for information purposes.
THAT staff circulate any correspondence, motions and initiatives related to
environmental issues, received from the Regional Municipality of York and the
Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority, to the Environmental Advisory
Committee in a timely manner.
BACKGROUND
Attached for the information of Council are the Minutes of the Environmental Advisory
Committee Meeting EAC04-05, held on October 18, 2004.
COMMENTS
Nil.
OPTIONS
Nil,
CONCLUSIONS
Nil.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
None.
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ATTACHMENTS
1. Copy of Committee Record No. EAC04-05.
Prepared by: Karen Ewart, Administrative Co-ordinator/Deputy Clerk, ext. 4222
`Environmental Advisory Committee
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ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COMMITTEE RECORD
MEETING NO. 04-05
Date:
Time and Location
Monday, October 18, 2004
7:00 p.m., Leksand Meeting Room, Aurora Town Hall,
100 John West Way
Committee Members: Councillor Morris, Chair, Councillor Gaertner, Robert Cook,
Ellen Mole, Darryl Moore, David Tomlinson, Susan Walmer
Regrets: Mary Hill (illness) Klaus Wehrenberg (vacation)
Staff Attendees: Wayne Jackson, Director of Public Works
Karyn Bagley, Part Time Council/Committee Secretary
Others in Attendance: Rebecca Beaton
Councillor Morris called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
DECLARATIONS OF INTEREST
There were no declarations of interest under the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act.
MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS
Moved by Sue Walmer Seconded by Ellen Mole
THAT the Environmental Advisory Committee meeting minutes number 04-04
from September 13, 2004, be approved as printed and circulated by Corporate
Services.
CARRIED
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Environmental Advisory Committee Record No. 04-05 Page 2 of 7
Monday, October 18, 2004
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Councillor Morris advised that Rebecca Beaton, resident of Aurora, had earlier requested
delegation status by email.
Moved by Sue Walmer
Seconded by Darryl Moore
THAT the content of the agenda be approved as circulated by the Corporate
Services Department with the following adjustment:
Agenda Item 6 PW04-021 Tannery Creek Surface Water & Sediment Sampling
Results be discussed after agenda Item 2, Petro Canada Site on Industrial
Parkway.
CARRIED
DELEGATIONS
1. Mr. Wayne Jackson, Director of Public Works, to address the Committee
regarding the Three Stream Waste Management Program.
Mr. Wayne Jackson, Director of Public Works, played a six minute video clip
created by the Town of Markham for their residents when they were introducing
the Three Stream Waste Management Program in early September.
Mr. Jackson provided the Committee with PW04-007 Waste Management Update
as adopted by Council on Tuesday, February 24, 2004; correspondence dated
January 28, 2004, from York Region regarding the Halton Recycling Limited
Contract; and PW04-016 Extension of Existing Waste Management Contract as
adopted by Council on Tuesday, April 13, 2004.
The Town of Aurora has set an implementation date of July 1, 2005, for the Three
Stream Waste Management Program. Issues that need to be addressed prior to
the implementation include the collection frequency for garbage, recycling, and
household organics, and the promotion and education of this program to the
residents. The Town will maintain its own collection. The cost of the green bin
will be approximately $20 to $25 each, and residents will have the option of
purchasing additional bins. Instrumental in the implementation of the Three
Stream Waste Management Program will be the Sub -Committees of the
Environmental Advisory Committee, specifically the Public Awareness/Education
and Waste Management Sub -Committees.
The Director advised that he will be presenting an update on the program to
Council in November.
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Environmental Advisory Committee Record No. 04.05 Page 3 of 7
Monday, October 18, 2004
Moved by Ellen Mole Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT the information regarding the Three Stream Waste Management Program
provided by the Director of Public Works be received for information purposes;
and
THAT the members of the Public Awareness/Education and Waste Management
Sub -Committees, and any other interested Environmental Advisory Committee
members, further discuss the implementation of the Three Stream Waste
Management Program with the Director of Public Works.
CARRIED
Moved by David Tomlinson
Seconded by Robert Cook
THAT delegation status for Rebecca Beaton be granted and heard under Other
Business.
2. Mr. Wayne Jackson, Director of Public Works, to address the Committee
regarding the Petro Canada Site on Industrial Parkway South.
The Director of Public Works informed the Committee that during routine annual
maintenance of the fire hydrant located at 50 Industrial Parkway South, the Petro
Canada site, that the smell of gasoline was detected. Product was found within
the fire hydrant, and a sample of this product taken by a Petro Canada
representative was confirmed to be a mix of gasoline and diesel or fuel oil. The
fire hydrant was sealed to prevent a back draft. Upon further investigation,
product was found in monitoring wells 301, 302, 305, and 306, all of which are
located on the west side of the Industrial Parkway South right-of-way.
The Director informed the Committee that he had received an e-mail on October
12, 2004 in response to his e-mail of the same date, and Petro Canada
anticipates forwarding a report to the Director in the near future regarding the
monitoring of the subject area.
Moved by Sue Walmer
Seconded by Robert Cook
THAT Council be requested to send a letter to the Ministry of the Environment
informing them of the Town's concerns regarding the contamination at the Petro
Canada site on Industrial Parkway South right-of-way; and
THAT the Ministry of the Environment be requested to support the Town's efforts
in obtaining copies of the laboratory reports pertaining to the subject area and
ensuring that there is no continuous leak at the site; and
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Environmental Advisory Committee Record No. 04-05
Monday, October 18, 2004
Page 4 of 7
THAT staff be requested to enter into discussions with Petro Canada regarding a
possible voluntary moratorium of operations on the subject property, until such
time that the there is proof that there is no ongoing leak.
W-INTNEM
6. PW04-021 Tannery Creek Surface Water and Sediment Sampling Results
The Director of Public Works provided the Committee with an overview of report
PW04-021 Tannery Creek — Surface Water and Sediment Sampling Results and
the June 7, 2004 report from Earth Tech Canada Inc.
Councillor Gaertner assumed the Chair.
Councillor Morris reassumed the Chair.
Mr. Jackson informed the Committee that the Ministry of the Environment was
requested by Council in June 2004 to exercise their powers to have Maple Leaf
Foods Inc. conduct an investigation into the scope and extent of the
contamination of the soil or ground water and to determine the extent to which it
posed a threat to aquatic wildlife. Feedback or follow up information has not yet
been received from the Ministry of the Environment.
The Committee is in agreement of staff undertaking public information sessions
on this issue.
Moved by David Tomlinson
Seconded by Sue Walmer
THAT report PW04-021 Tannery Creek — Surface Water & Sediment Sampling
Results, and the June 7, 2004, report from Earth Tech Canada Inc. titled Tannery
Creek — Surface Water & Sediment Sampling Report, be received for information
purposes; and
THAT Council request an immediate follow up from the Ministry of the
Environment on the Tannery Creek issue, and that a Ministry representative be
requested to attend to make a presentation to Council; and
THAT the Director of Public Works be authorized to direct staff to hold the public
information sessions on the Tannery Creek issue as previously directed in June.
CARRIED
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Environmental Advisory Committee Record No. 04-05
Monday, October 18, 2004
Page 5 of 7
Moved by Robert Cook
Seconded by Sue Walmer
THAT the Environmental Advisory Committee agree to continue past 9:00 p.m.
CARRIED
MATTERS ARISING FROM PREVIOUS MEETING
3. Extract from Council Meeting No. 04-30 - Approval of the New Sub -
Committees of the Environmental Advisory Committee
Moved by Sue Walmer
Seconded by Councillor Gaertner
THAT the extract from Council Meeting No. 04-30 held on Tuesday,
September 28, 2004, in respect to EAC No. 04-04 - September 13, 2004
Environmental Advisory Committee Meeting be received for information
purposes.
CARRIED
4. Prioritization of the Draft Goals and Objectives
Moved by Robert Cook
Seconded by Darryl Moore
THAT the Prioritization of the Draft Goals and Objectives be deferred to the
next Environmental Advisory Committee meeting.
NEW BUSINESS
5. Correspondence from the Town of Newmarket
Re: Resolution R7-2004 — Restricting the Use of Non -Essential Pesticides
(referred to Committee from September 14, 2004, Council meeting)
Moved by Sue Walmer
Seconded by Robert Cook
THAT the correspondence from the Town of Newmarket regarding
Resolution R7-2004 — Restricting the Use of Non -Essential Pesticides be
deferred to the Bylaws/Policy Sub -Committee of the Environmental
Advisory Committee.
CARRIED
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Environmental Advisory Committee Record No. 04-05 Page 6 of 7
Monday, October 18, 2004
SUB -COMMITTEES REPORTS/UPDATES
7. Update from David Tomlinson regarding the 2C Natural Heritage Study
(verbal)
David Tomlinson advised the Committee that three consultants applied for the 2C
Natural Heritage Study, the successful proponent being North -South.
Moved by Councillor Gaertner
Seconded by Sue Walmer
THAT the verbal update provided by David Tomlinson regarding the 2C Natural
Heritage Study be received for information purposes; and
THAT staff clarify and inform David Tomlinson of his role and participation in the
2C Natural Heritage Study.
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OTHER BUSINESS
Ms Rebecca Beaton to address the Environmental Advisory Committee regarding
Waste Reduction Week as proclaimed by the Region of York for the week of
October 18 to 24, 2004.
Ms Rebecca Beaton thanked the Committee for allowing her to attend the meeting. Ms
Beaton addressed the Committee about her concerns and disappointment regarding the
Town of Aurora not acknowledging or participating in Waste Reduction Week as
declared by the Region of York for the week of October 18 to 24, 2004.
Ms Beaton provided the Committee with correspondence between herself and Mayor
Tim Jones regarding a Regional Report of February 24, 2004; the proclamation by the
Recycling Council of Canada declaring October 18 to 24, 2004, as Waste Reduction
Week in Canada as received by the Region of York on August 9, 2004; and the minutes
of Council of the Regional Municipality of York dated September 23, 2004.
Ms Beaton advised the Committee that the last Regional Report received by the Town of
Aurora Council was on May 25, 2004, which Ms Beaton feels raises communication
issues between the Town's Regional representation, Town staff, and Committee
members.
The Committee expressed their desire and the importance of receiving timely information
of environmental relevance from the Region of York and other bodies such as
conservation authorities.
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Environmental Advisory Committee Record No. 04-05
Monday, October 18, 2004
Page 7 of 7
Moved by Robert Cook
Seconded by Darryl Moore
THAT the delegation and information provided by Ms Rebecca Beaton related to
"Waste Reduction Week" be received for information purposes.
CARRIED
Moved by Darryl Moore Seconded by Sue Walmer
THAT staff circulate any correspondence, motions and initiatives related to
environmental issues, received from the Regional Municipality of York and the
Lake Simcoe Region Conservation Authority, to the Environmental Advisory
Committee in a timely manner.
CARRIED
ADJOURNMENT
Moved by Robert Cook
THAT the meeting be adjourned at 9:40 p.m.
CARRIED
NEXT MEETING
Seconded by Darryl Moore
The next regular meeting of the Environmental Advisory Committee will take place on
Monday, November 8, 2004 at 7:00 pm in the Leksand Room.
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Panizza, Bob
From: Phyllis Morris
Sent: Tuesday, October 19, 2004 803 AM
To: 'Darryl Moore'
Cc:
Subject: RE: Walmart in Aurora
Dear Darryl
Thank you for taking so much time to read/review the whitwell / First Professional
application and for making a list of
interesting observations and suggestions for council to consider.
You will recall that the project was not passed unanimously and indeed was subject to a
provision that a number of outstanding concerns still need to be addressed.
As you have noted some of those concerns, I am requesting that the Clerk Mr. Bob Panizza
place your letter onto the public agenda when the issue is next brought back to council.
That way, in keeping with your request Council ( and Staff ) can read, consider and
discuss the impact of this large commercial /retail project on Aurora before making any
further recommendations or decisions.
Sincerely
Cllr. Phyllis Morris
Dear members of Council,
At Council last month you decided to accept a zoning change to allow a
big box development at 404 and Wellington subject to the concerns of
citizens and others being adequately addressed.
I believe these concerns will he best addressed if council agrees with
their validity and can agree on reasonable ways to address them. To that
end the following is a list of some of those concerns with some
rationalization and proposed ways to address them. I hope you will see
fit to read and consider all of the .following fairly. I hope you will
take the time to discuss these issues amongst yourselves prior to it
coming to council so that you can all work together with a common viaion
for the betterment of this town.
1) Adverse impact on the downtown core.
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There have been many documented cases of downtowns which have suffered
due to the building of these large big box stores. Following are a few
links for reference.
http://www.larouchepub.com/other/2003/3045walmart_iowa.html
http://www.emich.edu/public/geo/557book/c3l3.impactwalmart.html
Now it may be argued that the town core has been dieing anyway and
people already go to Newmarket and elsewhere. True enough. However this
council has stated its support numerous times, including in its
strategic plan, for the downtown core. Also, due to the shorter
distances now involved and WalMart's bottomless pockets for advertising
there should be little doubt that even more people will be drawn from
the town core rather than towards it.
Therefore some extra marketing initiatives by the town to draw people
towards the historic core would be in order. Financing for such
initiatives would not have be covered by either the town or the local
merchants. With the new Walmart in Huntsville, and their contribution of
$250K to promote the downtown, the precedent has been set. It would be
quite fair for Aurora council to request a similar amount for the
promotion of it's downtown.
http://www.northernontariobusiness.com/Tourism/displayFeature.asp
2) The lack of public transit to the new development
The cost of providing public transit was never evaluated in the peer
review. The peer review none the less determined that the development
costs and charges balanced out to provide the town with no net cost or
gain. I'm sure once the cost of public transit does get factored in, the
scale will tip to the side of costing the town money.
I propose therefore that the town ask the developers to provide a
portion of the public transit costs to offset this deficit, and that
those charges to the developer be annual and remain in place until such
time that other surrounding developments exist to justify the
town/region taking over the entire transit costs. For example once the
2C lands are developed.
There is precedent for this also at the following link:
http://Www.gothamgazette.com/article/20040615/12/1008
Additionally both Canada's Wonderland and Casino Rama have paid
appreciable sums to Go Transit in the past to get public transit services.
3) At the council meeting concern was made about the ugly and pedestrian
unfriendly design of these developments. Most people will admit that
parking lots are quite ugly. That is why so many objectors at public
planning meetings call for berms to hide the lots from public view. I
believe that a requirement for the developers to provide a attractive
pedestrian friendly design is quite reasonable. Again, precedent does exist.
http://newtampa.tho.com/newtampa/MGB7F78SPYD.html
Additionally considderation might be given to providing some bicylce
paths out to this remote development.
4) traffic congestion/unsightly gateway to Aurora
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No traffic study was ever undertaken in the peer review. Therefore, once
the cost of accommodating traffic from across this region and the next
is factored in there will likely be a net cost to the town for this
development. Also, the effect of possibly widening Wellington to 6 lanes
over the 404 and providing higher capacity on and off ramps will
certainly detract from the aesthetics of this 'gateway' to Aurora. I
suggest that council investigate the idea of putting a dedicated on/off
ramp for this development directly on the 404 north of Wellington. This
will reduce significantly the capacity requirement of the Wellington/404
interchange thereby allowing for a more appealing town gateway.
There too is a precedent for this.. The new Vaughan Mills development on
the 40o will have its own on/off ramp.
I'm sure the cost of this will not be a lot greater then the additional
road work that would otherwise have to he done on Wellington. A portion
of this coat could justifiably be requested from the developer.
If you have read this far I thank you for your attention and hope would
will give all of the above due consideration.
Regards,
Darryl Moore
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COUNCIL REPORT No. PL04-117
SUBJECT: MORGUARD REAL ESTATE INVESTMENT TRUST
Blocks 2 & 3, R.P. 65M-3074 (Aurora Centre)
Official Plan Amendment, Zoning Amendment Applications
File Nos. D09-12-03 and D14-29-03
Related Site Plan Application File: D11-06-04
FROM: Susan Seibert, Director of Planning
DATE: October 26, 2004
RECOMMENDATIONS
THAT Council approve Bylaw 4602-04.D being a Bylaw to enact Official Plan
AmendmentNo.57
That the site plan drawings and plans be resubmitted to the satisfaction of the Town
to incorporate the appropriate plan modifications pursuant to the final comments of
the Bayview Wellington Ratepayers Association, staff and the Town's design peer
review consultant.
That the implementing Zoning Bylaw amendment be scheduled for Council
consideration at a future Council meeting concurrent with Council consideration of
the Morguard Real Estate Investment Trust Site Plan application (Files D14-29-03
and D11-06-04 respectively).
BACKGROUND
Location:
The subject lands are known as the Aurora Centre, and are located at the south-west
corner of Bayview Avenue and Hollidge Boulevard (Figures 1 & 2). The property is
approximately 12.13 hectares (30) acres in area and currently contains Sobeys
supermarket, Zellers, TD Canada Trust, Scotia Bank, Subway, Pure Pizza and several
other uses in a total of four (4) buildings.
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Surrounding Land Uses:
North: Future Commercial Plaza
South: Home Depot
East: (across Bayview Ave) Residential subdivision under construction
West: Hydro Corridor / Bayview Wellington residential neighbourhood.
PROPOSAL
The owner has applied to the Town to amend the Official Plan and Zoning Bylaw. The
applicant proposes to amend the OP by deleting the "Campus Commercial" designation
and extend the "Community Commercial Centre" designation across the entire property.
The "Campus Commercial" policies would be consolidated into the "Community
Commercial" policies. The amendment would also delete the current requirement for an
enclosed shopping centre
In this regard the following modifications are proposed to the Bayview Wellington
Secondary Plan (OPA 6):
• that the requirement for an `enclosed shopping centre' on the subject lands be
removed.
• that the requirement for the phasing of the development be removed, as the site is
already substantially developed;
• that the uses permitted in the "Campus Commercial" designation be transferred to
the "Community Commercial" designation;
• that the maximum commercial floor space permitted under the "Campus
Commercial" designation (9,290 square metres (100,000 sq. ft.) and the 4,645
square metres (50,000 sq. ft.) area permitted for freestanding commercial uses in
the "Community Commercial" designation, be transferred to the maximum allowable
floor area for the entire "Community Commercial" designation.
The application to amend Town of Aurora Zoning By-law 2213-78 proposes the following:
• that the requirement for an enclosed shopping centre be deleted;
• that the C9 zone be deleted and that the C8 zone be applied to the entire property;
• that the following permitted uses be transferred from the C9 zone to the C'8 zone:
"nursery and garden centres";
• that the gross leasable floor area be increased , by combining the maximum areas
permitted for the (enclosed) shopping centre and freestanding buildings in the C8
zone and the total floor area permitted in the C9 zone;
• that the following setback provisions be applied: a 6 metre setback from public
streets; a 10 metre setback from the Hydro Corridor; and a 3 metre setback from
the southern property line;
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• that the permission for residential units in conjunction with the enclosed shopping
centre be deleted.
Public Meeting:
The Official Plan and Zoning Bylaw amendment applications were considered at a
public meeting on January 28, 2004 at which time Council passed the following
resolution:
"THAT Report PI04-003 be received as information and that Council approve the
following amendments to the Zoning By-law:
1. THAT the C9 zone be deleted and that the C8 zone be applied to the entire
property; and
2. THAT the following permitted uses be transferred from the C9 zone to the C8
zone: "nursery and garden centres"; and
3. THAT the gross leasable floor area be increased to 44,128 square metres, by
combining the maximum areas permitted for the enclosed shopping centre
and freestanding buildings in the C8 zone and that the total floor area
permitted in the C9 zone; and
4. THAT the following setback provisions be applied: a 6 metre setback from
public streets; a 10 metre setback from the Hydro Corridor; and a 10 metre
setback from the southern property line; and
5. THAT the requirement for an enclosed shopping centre be deleted; and
6. THAT the permission for residential units in conjunction with the enclosed
centre be deleted; and
THAT the applicant continue to work to the best of their ability with the Bayview
Wellington Ratepayers Association to ensure that the site plan will address all
concerns of the residents, including but not limited to, landscaping issues; and
THAT the site plan be prepared concurrently with the Official Plan and Zoning By-
law amendments".
On June 8th, 2004 the owner submitted an application for site plan approval on the lands
(File: D11-06-04). That application was put into circulation and staff and the applicant
have met on several occasions to review design issues and the comments from
departments and agencies. A peer review of the site plan has also been undertaken by
Watchorn Arch. Inc. and those comments have also been provided to the applicant.
It is noted that the representative of the Ratepayers Association offered the following
comments to Council at the January 28t" public meeting:
"Mr. John Gallo, representative of the Bayview Wellington Ratepayers Association,
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advised that the applicant has been very cooperative and willing to meet with the
Association to discuss the perspective of the local residents with respect to this
Application. Mr. Gallo advised that the Bayview Wellington Ratepayers Association
is pleased with this proposal and will continue to work with staff and the applicant to
see that the final product is agreeable to all. Mr. Gallo concluded by requesting that
Council complete the Site Plan approval process prior to the execution of the
proposed Official Plan and Zoning By-law amendments".
The applicant advises that they have met with representatives of the Bayview Wellington
Ratepayers Association on at least three occasions to review the design specifics that were
of concern to the Ratepayers group.
Three letters from the Bayview Wellington Ratepayer Association are attached to this
report (Figures 7, 8 and 9) which itemize the changes where the ratepayers group wishes
to see incorporated into the final design plans.
Staff are of the opinion that the applicant has, to the best of its ability, fulfilled its obligation
as set out in the Council resolution of January 28th and that it is appropriate for Council to
consider enacting the Official Plan Amendment consistent with its earlier approval in
principle, and provide further direction to staff related to timing of zoning bylaw application.
Site Design/ Ratepayer comments
The site plan application filed by the applicant in June 2004 shows the specific building
layout technical servicing details and development organization of the site. The design of
the site provides for two new buildings along the westerly boundary of the site, a third free
standing building located towards Bayview Avenue and an addition to the existing
supermarket. The main buildings surround a large central parking area. The 3,800 m2
(41,000 sq. ft.) building proposed at the south west quadrant of the site is to be used for a
movie theatre (which is currently a permitted use on the lands).
The site plan submission has been circulated to commenting departments and agencies
and a design peer review was also undertaken on behalf of the Town by Watchorn Arch.
Inc. to assess and comment on the application's conformity to the Bayview Wellington
Urban Design Guidelines (Milus et al, February 1996). The applicant has been provided
with all comments and has recently met with staff to review design considerations that have
been identified by the various commenting groups.
Of particular note here are the comments provided by the Bayview Wellington Group
Ratepayers Association. Council direction provides that the applicant continue to work with
the ratepayers group to resolve the site plan issues including, but not limited to,
landscaping issues. The applicant advises that they have met with the ratepayer group on
at least three occasions to identify and resolve site plan design issues. As a result of the
ratepayer group dated September 7, 2004 the applicant made revisions to the plan
including:
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• Reduced height so cinema will only require variance of 1' 8"
• Replaced blue siding on rear/sides with beige siding
• Removed illuminated sign along south side of cinema
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• Lighting will be directed downward. Wall lighting at rear of proposed building will
be installed at a maximum height of 8 feet.
• Enhanced landscaping along west property line and south west corner behind
cinema and Zellers
• Pedestrian Feature and berm will extend in the south west corner
• Relocated waste compactor from rear of cinema and provided screening
• Cineplex agreed to ensure light from tower will only illuminate direct area and
remain static (not spinning)
• Roof top units are located over top of mezzanine (in the middle of the cinema)
and should not be visible from residential dwelling, Morguard agrees to screen
roof top units should they be visible.
• Security cameras with 24 hour monitoring will be installed in pedestrian area and
behind theatre
• Agreed to install irrigation system to improve landscape maintenance
• Agreed to discuss improvement of overall property management with property
management company
The applicant discussed these changes with staff and subsequently provided the revised
plans to the ratepayer group for their review. On October 19 a further letter was submitted
to the applicant from the group outlining its latest comments (see Figure 8). The applicant
has verbally advised that it consents to these latest comments, and the specifics of the
ratepayer comments have now been resolved.
In terms of the design modifications to the plan it is noted that the applicant has worked
with staff to bring position change to the site plan as listed above, and to other areas of the
plan to address staff and agency comments. These include such matters as reinstating
removed landscaping on the existing developed site, and further enhanced landscaping
which include appropriate pedestrian walkways. The applicant has incorporated canopies
and other design elements along the face of Building B5 where it faces Hollidge Boulevard.
A change to the building colour scheme on the cinema building at its south and west
elevations has been agreed upon as a change from the original submission. A more
neutral terra cotta colour tone is now proposed. Architectural relief of the rear wall is also
proposed by the applicant to address the impacts of a relatively large building which is a
further improvement to the rear building facade. In addition, enhanced landscaping will be
provided to soften this edge treatment. Measures to reduce lighting impact have been
addressed by the applicant and will be implemented through the site plan agreement. The
site plan agreement will require provision to ensure that roof top mechanical will be
screened where necessary.
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Although it is recognized that the form of the original Community Shopping Centre will be
changed by this amendment, one of the major design considerations will be to the
treatment of rear yard service laneway which should be articulated to unify the residential
community with the shopping centre and promote a pedestrian friendly and visual
appealing environment. This has been achieved by the addition of the parkette focal
amenity, walkway connections, landscape buffers along north, west and south perimeters,
screening from loading areas, limited and downward lighting at rear, and rear wall
treatment.
This parkette focal amenity feature at the south west corner of the site is a very positive
design element to the site plan. A visual representation of this feature is attached to this
report (Figure 6). This feature and walkway connections provide connectivity between
residential and commercial uses. Special attention will be given to the adjacent
commercial building features so as to be complementary to this area. In addition, the
proponent has agreed to reface the unfinished portion of the Zellers building to improve the
appearance of the Centre from the neighbourhood to the west.
Due to the timing of the most recent ratepayer's comments the applicant has not yet been
able to co-ordinate a resubmission to fully address all details of these comments. The site
plan drawings appended to this staff report are therefore provided for Council reference
and are not intended to represent the final site plans. Revised site plan drawings and
plans will be resubmitted for circulation and staff will review the plans to ensure that all
revisions have been incorporated into the final site plan. Council direction will be required
at a future Council meeting for the site plan approval or delegated approval to the Director
of Planning and Development Services.
COMMENTS
Staff Report PL04-003 received by Council at its public meeting of January 28, 2004,
outlined comments and planning rationale which supported the proposed Official Plan and
Zoning Bylaw Amendment applications. As noted above Council recommended approval
of the subject OPA and ZBA applications subject to resolving site plan design matters with
the Bayview Wellington Ratepayers Group.
The primary purpose of the Official Plan and Zoning Bylaw Amendment applications is to
allow for development on a vacant portion of the subject lands. If approved, the applicant
would no longer be required to construct an enclosed mall on the subject lands and, as
such, the Official Plan would therefore delete the "Campus Commercial" designation and
consolidate those "Campus Commercial" policies into the "Community Commercial"
policies by extending the "Community Commercial Centre" designation across the property
in its entirety.
Staff are of the opinion that the subject Official Plan Amendment can proceed to Council
for approval. The Official Plan document principally allows for a Community Commercial
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Centre without an enclosed shopping mall and which Council has previously supported in
principle. To ensure that community design matters are identified in the policy document
staff note that a special provision has been added to the subject Official Plan Amendment
which requires that particular design consideration be applied to the westerly boundary of
the Community Commercial Centre as it will become the interface between the shopping
centre area and the adjacent residential neighbourhood (Section 3.3.2 d). This will be
implemented through the zoning bylaw and the final approved and registered site plan
agreement.
To give further assurance that the plans will be modified to the satisfaction of the Town it is
recommended that the implementing zoning bylaw be scheduled for Council consideration
when the site plan is in a more finalized state. This will allow staff to prepare a bylaw which
incorporates any necessary detailed performance standards which will be known following
circulation and evaluation to the revised site plan. As noted above the owner has not been
able to incorporate all the revisions to the site plan as of the date of the preparation of this
staff report. The applicant advises that the plans will be resubmitted to incorporate all
changes to conform to the Town's design standards, the comments of the Town's peer
review consultants and with the comments from the ratepayers.
In this regard, subject to Council's approval to this sequencing, the implementing zoning
bylaw will be scheduled for Council consideration at the same time as Council's
consideration of the site plan application.
CONCLUSIONS
Council supported the Official Plan and Zoning Bylaw amendment applications in principle
at the January 28th, 2004 public meeting subject to the applicant working with the Bayview
Wellington Ratepayers Association to ensure the site plan addressed the concerns of the
residents, including but not limited to, landscaping issues.
Staff are satisfied that the proponent has worked diligently with the Ratepayers Association
and has now agreed to the Association's requests and the details of the site plan process
should not prevent the land use policy from proceeding to Council.
The planning issues associated with land use change to delete the current requirement for
an enclosed mall are not at issue with the Town (or the Bayview Wellington Ratepayers
Group), and as such it is recommended that the Official Plan Amendment proceed to
Council for approval. The implementing zoning bylaw will be brought forward for Council
consideration at the same time as the site plan application.
FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS
The proposed expansion to the Aurora Centre community shopping centre will generate
increased assessment, increased local expenditures and provide additional employment
opportunities.
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LINK TO STRATEGIC PLAN
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The Strategic Plan has goals of attracting new business and employment opportunities
while ensuring that growth is well planned and moderate. This proposal meets the goals of
the Strategic Plan.
ATTACHMENTS
Figure 1 - Location Plan
Figure 2 - Plan showing existing Official Plan designations
Figure 3 — Site Plan
Figure 4 — Landscape Plan
Figures 5a and 5b — Building Elevations
Figure 6 —Isometric Image of walkway
Figure 7 - Letter from the Bayview Wellington Ratepayers Association, Sept. 7 2004
Figure 8 - Letter from the Bayview Wellington Ratepayers Association, Oct. 18, 2004
Figure 9 — Letter from the Bayview Wellington Ratepayers Association, Oct. 19, 2004
Figurel0 - Letter from MHBC Planning to Bayview Wellington Ratepayers Association,
Sept. 13, 2004
Official Plan Amendment No. 57
PRE -SUBMISSION REVIEW
Management Team Meeting: - October 20, 2004.
Prepared by. Glen Letman, Manager of Development Planning
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